Creamy Chicken with Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms

Creamy Chicken with Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms

Creamy Chicken with Spinach, Bacon, and Mushrooms
INGREDIENTS

Chicken:

1 tbsp butter

1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (4 small or 2 large, halved)

Salt

¼ tsp lemon pepper seasoning

¼ tsp paprika

Creamed Spinach:

1 tbsp vegetable oil

10 oz fresh spinach

4 garlic cloves, minced

⅔ cup half and half

⅔ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Other Ingredients:

1 tbsp vegetable oil

4 oz sliced mushrooms

4 slices cooked bacon, chopped

4 slices Pepper Jack or Monterey Jack cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a baking dish.

Season chicken with salt, lemon pepper, and paprika. Place in baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes.

For creamed spinach: Heat oil in a skillet. Add spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add garlic and half and half. Bring to a boil, then add mozzarella cheese. Stir until melted and smooth. Season with salt.

Cook mushrooms in a separate pan until caramelized.

Remove chicken from oven. Top with creamed spinach, bacon, mushrooms, and cheese slices. Bake for 15-20 more minutes until chicken is cooked through. Broil for 2-4 minutes if desired.